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YAV 38X

1982 Honda CX500

Maroon Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

38,860 mi
Last recorded38,860 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 1982 Honda CX50038,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 38X
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2023 38,860 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 37,313 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 37,158 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2020 37,158 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 36,922 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 36,667 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 36,219 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 35,862 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 35,862 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 35,439 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 35,439 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 35,103 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 34,022 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2013 34,020 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 32,345 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 31,312 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 30,231 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 28,949 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 27,576 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 26,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 24,222 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CX500?

Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 356
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 279
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 118
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YAV 38X is a 1982 Honda CX500 in Maroon with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1982 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 38,944 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAV 38X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 44 years old, this Honda CX500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YAV 38X registered?

YAV 38X is a 1982 Honda CX500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YAV 38X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAV 38X shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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